What You Need to Know When the Power Goes Out

A power outage isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s also potentially
dangerous. Many homeowners are unaware of the facts surrounding a power outage,
including how to respond and address the issue or how to prepare for such an
occurrence. When a power
outage is caused by bad weather conditions and other electrical
problems, the sudden resurgence can not only damage your appliances, but it can
also cause fires.

All-Star Electric is a trusted electrical
service provider that has been in the industry for more than two decades.
Dedicated to keeping San Antonio families safe, we provide top-quality
electrical inspection, maintenance, repair, and surge protection solutions at reasonable rates. In
this article, our expert electricians will discuss all the important things
that you should know about power outages and how to deal with them, in order to
keep you and your household safe.

Find Official Outage Information

When a power outage occurs, one
of the first things that you should do is to find a
source of specific information regarding the power outage. Find out how long
the outage is expected to last and what caused the outage in the first place,
to determine what happened and how long you should expect to wait for the power
to turn back on. You can use the radio, telephone, or your smartphone to
connect with relevant local authorities (i.e.,
the power company in your city) for updates on outages in your area.

Shut Off Electrical Appliances

The sudden surge of electricity after the
power goes out can be dangerous to your electrical appliances and can even lead
to house fires. With this, it is recommended to shut down the power supply and
shut off your electrical appliances. Similarly, if the power outage is caused
by bad weather and you expect the power to flicker on and off repeatedly, consider
turning off and unplugging all of your appliances until the power is restored
to 100%.

Avoid Sources of Water Especially During a
Storm or Heavy Rain

When the power goes out due to inclement
weather conditions, and there is severe
flooding, it is important to avoid sources of water or puddles of standing
water. This is because exposed wiring or power lines may be hidden in these areas,
which could cause electrocution.

Install Surge Protection Devices

As mentioned earlier, a sudden surge of
electricity and fluctuations in electrical flow can result in damage to your
electrical appliances plugged into the current. Plus, when things get out of
hand, the resurgence may lead to house fires which may bring more severe
damages to your home. A great way to protect your property is through
whole-home surge
protection devices and lightning arresters.

Power Generators

If you want to spare yourself from the
hassles of a power outage,
keep a power generator installed in your home. Power generators can be
life-savers in times of long power outages, or in areas where the power is
constantly flickering on and off or sensitive to weather fluctuations. Additionally,
a whole-home system with an automatic transfer switch can aid in temperature
control and preservation of food, as well.

The Most Reliable Local Electrician

If you are looking to keep your family safe
by having certified electricians install surge
protection devices in your home, All-Star
Electric is the company to call. Since 1995, our company has been servicing San
Antonio homes, providing industry-leading products and electrical services.

Learn more about our team of qualified, local
electricians and the high-quality electrical
repair, installation, inspection, and maintenance services we provide. To get
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